I'm already a concubine, who wants to fight with you?

Chapter 206: Cutting Costs
Admiring... Pei Yuan?
Xiao Shirong suddenly chuckled, then burst into laughter, wildly and crazily.

She thought Xie Fei was a noble and proud person, but she never expected that he was actually a hopeless fool.

Falling in love with a lustful and heartless loser like Pei Yuan?
Are you still being jealous of that kind of loser and making people talk about you as a jealous person?

How stupid!

Xiao Shirong's eyes were full of contempt, and she sneered condescendingly: "A loser and an ugly woman, they are truly a match made in heaven!"

It would be even more interesting if Xie Fei was also infected with syphilis.

When Xiao Shirong thought of that scene, his heart was filled with joy, and the depression he had felt over the past few days seemed to disappear.

As she was smiling, a young man lifted the bed curtain and got out of bed.

It was midsummer, and the man was only wearing a gauze. Under the translucent fabric, a thin layer of muscles was faintly visible, which was completely different from his weak appearance.

He walked towards Xiao Shirong, and the old woman and Su Lu both tactfully retreated.

The man personally drew Xiao Shirong's eyebrows and added makeup. His movements were gentle and appropriate, which made Xiao Shirong very happy.

Xiao Shirong closed her eyes in enjoyment and let the man massage her forehead.

"Lian Xi, you have been with me for a while, but you have never asked me what I want. Today I am in a good mood, you can tell me, what do you want?"

Lianci tied up Xiao Shirong's hair, then inserted a hairpin into it, carefully combed the rest of her hair, and applied osmanthus oil on it.

"I don't want anything, I just ask you to keep me by your side and serve me, then I will have no regrets in my life."

Xiao Shirong stared at the man in the mirror with cold eyes.

This mirror was bought from Pei Hongluo's shop. It is smooth and bright, and everything can be seen clearly.

Xiao Shirong did not miss the deep affection in his eyes, but her heart was calm.

As a man, Xiao Shirong didn't particularly like Lianci's more feminine appearance.

She prefers a cool and mature look, like Pei Yuan, handsome but not childish, upright but not feminine.

So in the final analysis, she wasn't really into pity.

It's just that she looks pretty good and is very skilled in serving people, so it can be used as a way to kill time and relieve loneliness.

When you get tired of playing, it’s only a matter of time before you change people.

As long as Pei Yuan dies of exhaustion, she will be the only mistress of this mansion.

Secretly deal with those concubines and keep a few delicious gigolos, how comfortable would life be?

Thinking of this, Xiao Shirong felt better and said with a smile, "If you don't ask, I will make the decision for you. No matter if it's a shop or a property, I will give you something. It will be enough for you to live a life of luxury."

Lianci wanted to decline again, but seeing Xiao Shirong's unquestionable look, she had to kneel down to express her gratitude.

Later, Xie Fei received orders from Xiao Shirong.

"Giving two shops in the east of the city to an actor?" Xie Fei was not too surprised. He just frowned and said, "This is not appropriate. I will report it to the master and then make a decision."

Mother Wen said tartly, "Xie Xiao Niang, the eldest lady is the mistress, you just have to do what she tells you to do. You must know that the master is weak, and sooner or later, the support you rely on will fall."

Xie Fei was busy settling accounts. Hearing this, he said without even looking up, "Mother Wen cursed the master. Take her away and give her twenty slaps in the face as a warning to others."

Mother Wen was stunned, and before she could react, she was dragged away by Mother Liu and the other two maids.

Mother Liu was reliable and did not make any noise, so as not to disturb the troubled Xie Fei.

Xie Fei was dizzy from all the calculations, and the weather was so hot that sweat was pouring down her forehead, which made Fu Yu feel distressed.

Fu Yu fanned herself and said, "Girl, take a break. There is no rush to fix the gaps." Xie Fei said, "You don't understand. It's better to fight quickly and make a quick decision."

Emperor Xuan's sword will fall on the Pei family at any time. The sooner they prepare, the more escape routes they will have in the future.

Not long after, Mother Liu came back quietly, saw that there was no ice left in the basin, and added some more.

It was an hour later when Xie Fei finished settling the bill.

She stood up, stretched, and complained, "My butt is numb from sitting."

Fu Yu brought over a cold drink and said, "Tomorrow there will be a wedding banquet in the main house. You have to go since you received the invitation. You should go to bed early tonight."

Xie Fei thought, "Mrs. Zheng's invitation was sent to me alone. It would be unreasonable for me not to go. Go and ask if the lady is going."

"Okay." Fu Yu turned and left.

Madam Liu said, "The weather is hot, and the Madam doesn't have much contact with the First House, so I'm afraid she won't go. But what about the Master?"

It is impossible for Pei Yuan to hide in the mansion forever using the excuse of being seriously ill. He has to take care of Pei family's affairs, so sooner or later he will have to show up with some excuse.

Xie Fei said: "Tomorrow is indeed a good opportunity. I will ask again in the evening."

At night, Xie Fei and Pei Yuan had dinner together.

Because the family has to start cutting back on spending, there are only four or five dishes for dinner, a combination of meat and vegetables.

Pei Yuan picked up a piece of green stir-fried vegetables and said, "Isn't it too shabby?"

Xie Fei rolled his eyes at him, "You could eat wild vegetables before, but now you're disgusted by meat and fish?"

Pei Yuan sighed: "It is really heartbreaking to think about the money that was squandered."

The previous "master" and mistress were both prodigals, and the family's savings were spent faster than water, causing the two of them to have to be frugal and manage their household frugally now.

Pei Yuan felt relieved to leave the affairs of the mansion to Xie Fei, but he was afraid that some people would be dissatisfied with her drastic cuts in expenses.

When he expressed his concerns, Xie Fei didn't seem to care.

"Although the Lord and his wife's expenses are high, the monthly wages for the servants have never been generous. I previously released a group of sneaky servants and raised the monthly wages of the remaining slaves. The treatment is better than before, so everyone is very cooperative."

The only things she actually cut were the portion for the servants and Xiao Shirong's expenses.

Xiao Shirong's monthly expenses were enough to support most of the Pei family's servants. The money saved from Xiao Shirong was used to supplement the servants. All Xie Fei received was gratitude, love and support.

So it's no wonder that Xiao Shirong was so angry that she smashed pots and bowls in the garden. After Xie Fei took control of the housekeeper, her interests were indeed hurt.

"Anyway, you don't have to worry about these things. I will take care of them, and Su Lu will also give you some advice." After talking about this, Xie Fei said, "The eldest wife is getting married tomorrow. Are you going?"

Pei Yuan served her a bowl of Tremella soup and said, "You and I will go together."

"Where's the lady?"

"No time."

For Xiao Shirong, being with Pei Yuan was a disgrace, so she would naturally find an excuse to refuse.

Besides, Mrs. Zheng didn’t make any special invitation.

Xie Fei was a little worried and said, "Tomorrow, you should pretend to be more convincing and don't let anyone see any clues."

Pei Yuan had to slowly change the impression he made in front of everyone, but the change couldn't be too drastic. He had to make people accept it step by step so that it didn't appear abrupt or unexpected.

After the meal, Xie Fei wanted to leave after he was full, but Pei Yuan grabbed his wrist.

(End of this chapter)